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he who writes.... - correct answer ✔✔wins
communication model components: - correct answer ✔✔source, symbol, receiver
examples of sources - correct answer ✔✔Owner
Architect
Engineer
Subcontractors
Vendors
example of symbols - correct answer ✔✔NTP
Meeting Minutes
RFI
Daily/monthly reports
Diaries
Progress Photos
Electronic Communication
examples of receivers - correct answer ✔✔Owner
Architect
Engineer
General contractor
Subcontractors
Vendors
,For record purposes-(memorandum to file)
what is notice to proceed NTP - correct answer ✔✔Communication from the owner to the general
contractor
First formal communication - legal document
Accept general contractors bid proposal
Establishes start and completion dates
Start date make have particular importance if length to on construction is a contract term
what are meeting minutes - correct answer ✔✔Various types of meeting
Internal meeting to review schedule, progress, issues
External meetings
Weekly meeting
Subcontractor meeting
Best practice to utilize standard forms
Consistent agendas
Consistent meeting notes
Action oriented
Address critical issues
Who is responsible for solving
Issued immediately after meeting
what is an RFI - correct answer ✔✔Formalized request for project information or clarification
Originates from any project participant
Could address multiple types of subjects
Drawing or specification interpretation
Differing site conditions
Standardized method for documenting the question and the answer
Primary purpose
, Ensure all parties aware of request and agree with answer
Many parties may be involved in an RFI solution
Can take time to circulate and resolve
Because of schedule impacts, RFI's usually request a timely response
Short cuts possible but record must be maintained intact
Form is standardized and each RFI is numbered sequentially
An RFI log is maintained for ease of reference
Often used to initiate a change order
what are daily/monthly reports - correct answer ✔✔Kept by GC superintendent
Record of day to day activities and job site conditions
Internal document
Continuous improvement minimum effort
Preprinted form - standardized responses, minimum effort
Weather information
Description of site that day
Record of subcontractors working on site
Large equipment on site
Monthly report
Directed towards owner and the project team
Often submitted with monthly payment request
Standard form or agenda
Program overview
Financial status
Schedule
Safety
Document control
Administration